Light a Wreath

Light A Wreath A simple way to mark the season, Advent wreaths are a time-honored tradition rich in symbolism. The circular shape reminds us that God is eternal; He has no beginning and no end. The wreath itself is often made of evergreens, symbolizing everlasting life. Each week, an additional candle is lit, accompanied by Scripture –based meditations and prayers. The progressive lighting of the candles in the Advent wreath models the expectation of Christ’s coming. The four candles (three violet, one rose) symbolize the four thousand years between the fall of Adam and Eve and Christ’s birth. The rose candle, representing joy, is lit on the third Sunday of Advent (called Gaudete Sunday) to mark the halfway point of the season.